University of KwaZulu-NatalBachelor's DegreeBachelor of Social Science in General Studies
College of Humanities
Duration3 yearsNQF level7Minimum APS28Campuses2
About this course
UKZN CAO codes: KN-H-SO2, KN-P-SO2. Published APS range: 48-28. Entry requirements: NSC degree entry with English and Life Orientation level 4, plus one listed designated subject, Home Language or First Additional Language at level 5. Source: UKZN 2027 Undergraduate Prospectus, programme table page 23. UKZN does not require the National Benchmark Tests (NBTs), and NBT results are not used for selection.
What you may study
Core natural sciences; mathematics or statistics; laboratory methods; scientific computing; data interpretation; research practice; and discipline-specific practical work. Module names and sequencing must be confirmed in the institution's current curriculum.
Required school subjects
EnglishLevel 4 · 50%NSC level 4 (50% or above).
Life OrientationLevel 4 · 50%NSC level 4 (50% or above).
Designated subject or languageLevel 5 · 60%One listed designated subject, Home Language or First Additional Language at level 5.
Other admission conditions
Published selection range: 48-28.
Not required by UKZN and not considered for selection.
Possible study paths
Graduates may apply for relevant honours or postgraduate diploma study where their qualification, modules and academic results meet the receiving programme's rules. Honours, postgraduate diploma or advanced study in the relevant scientific discipline, subject to academic performance and programme requirements.
Where this qualification may lead
Laboratory analyst; research assistant; quality-control technician; science officer; technical specialist; or scientific-services practitioner, depending on the specialisation.
Study locations
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